We used the Pyga Stage as our test platform for these Schwalbe tyres (Photo: Ashley Oldfield)
Schwalbe is a German company that make tyres for every conceivable cycling purpose: mountain biking, commuting, road riding and even adventure touring.
The company’s mountain bike offering has been bolstered by a redesign of two established tyre models.
For a rider seeking the balance between speed, traction and longevity the new Racing Ray and familiar Racing Ralph make a compelling combination. These tyres are targeted at both cross-country and long-distance marathon mountain bikers.
Schwalbe recommends using the Ray&Ralph in combination, with one on the front and the other trailing, at the rear.